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Owners’ quick guide to hot spots

If you have never seen one, you might think it's a wound. Hot spots are a skin inflammation or an infection marked by redness, hair loss, or sometimes pus, oozing or unusual odor. They can pop up anywhere...

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‘My Friend: Standing Strong’ will give you hope and insight into canine cancer treatment

A passionate dog trainer set out to fundraise for canine lymphoma after his own beloved pup passed. Then, after many rounds of treatment and years of research, he was shocked to discover that 50% of dog owners don't...

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How a thwarted snow day at Mount Baldy made our pack grow closer

The news of snowfall in the early months of 2018 had all of our ears perked. For Angelenos, winters are wet or dry, and this one was dry. There is no snow for most of us in any...

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Why you want professional dog hikers in your neighborhood

Professional dog hikers are becoming increasingly popular in Los Angeles and for good reason. Many owners are reaping the benefits of having their dogs join group hikes. While dogs benefit from high intensity exercise, small pack socialization, and...

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Why your dog’s 30-minute walk isn’t cutting it

Dogs, especially working breeds, are used to having tasks, activities, and lots of exercise. But when our lives went from rural to suburban, dogs lives changed, too. Rather than working alongside their humans, dogs are now used to...

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